About Adelaide Hills Council
The Adelaide Hills Council is a magnificent place to live, work and visit. The environmental, residential, primary production and natural qualities of the district are renowned and contribute to the Adelaide Hills being a special place, and one of Australia's most loved areas. Adelaide Hills Council is committed to building the community through leadership, community involvement and commitment to service.
We offer a diverse and supportive working environment, opportunities for professional development, flexible work practices, income protection insurance and a genuine desire for you to enjoy your work.
Biodiversity Project Officer
* Reference number 541
* Part time (0.5 FTE), Fixed-Term contract until 14 April 2028.
* Lead role in restoring and protecting a key waterway in the iconic Adelaide Hills, working with passionate biodiversity experts in a flexible and supportive Council.
The role will focus on the coordination and implementation of the Cox Creek Bridgewater Restoration Project funded by the Australian Government's Natural Heritage Trust under the Urban Rivers and Catchments Program, with the support of Council and stakeholders.
About You
To be successful in this role you will have:
* A tertiary qualification in an area related to environmental, conservation or biodiversity management (desirable qualification), or equivalent experience.
* Sound knowledge of environmental issues, watercourse management and native and exotic flora of the Mount Lofty Ranges.
* A strong track record delivering large multi-faceted projects
* Excellent reporting skills and knowledge of GIS spatial programs
* Well-developed communication skills and proactive attitude to build positive relationships and ensure priorities and deadlines are met.
This is a prescribed position. As part of Adelaide Hills Council's Safe Environments Policy, a current Working with Children Check, and undertaking Child Safe Environment Training every three years, are requirements of the position.
About our Benefits
* Experience the benefits of a career in council:
* Flexible working arrangements, including flexi-time.
* Free income protection insurance for personal illnesses or injuries.
* A health and wellbeing program offering flu vaccinations, skin checks, health seminars and more
* Free access to three counselling sessions for you or your immediate family through our Employee Assistance Program
* Corporate Uniform Allowance
* Uniform and PPE supplied
* Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
* Study Assistance
How to Apply
Applications must address the selection criteria in the position description, please submit this in a separate document. Please visit Council Employment at Council (ahc.sa.gov.au) for the position description.
Apply by 5.00pm, Friday 27 February 2026.
Confidential enquiries are welcome to Renae Eden, Biodiversity Officer on (08) 8408 0***.
The advert information can be provided in other formats if requested.
International applicants who do not have an appropriate Australian work visa or residency will not be considered, or receive an acknowledgement email.
Should your application be successful and move to the next stage, you will be contacted by the Hiring Manager. If you do not receive any communication regarding your application within 20 business days of the advertisement close date your application has been unsuccessful.